Aquatic Biomes
Explore the natural habitats of aquatic species. Discover the conditions, typical species and how to recreate them in your aquarium.
Freshwater Biomes
Amazonian
Biome characterized by acidic blackwater, rich vegetation and high biodiversity. Warm temperature and soft water.
African Rift Lakes
Lakes Malawi, Tanganyika and Victoria. Hard alkaline water with great variety of colorful cichlids.
Southeast Asian Stream
Fast flowing forest streams found across Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. Clear water with rocks, sand and dense vegetation.
Asian Rice Paddy
Shallow warm waters found in rice fields and wetlands of Southeast Asia. These environments are calm and rich in vegetation.
Central American Rivers
Warm rivers with moderate current and rocky substrates typical of Central America.
African River Basin
Large freshwater river systems across Africa with diverse fish communities.
South American Floodplain
Seasonally flooded forests and shallow waters with abundant vegetation.
Asian Peat Swamp
Peat swamp forests found in Southeast Asia characterized by extremely acidic blackwater rich in tannins and organic matter.
Mangrove Estuary
Brackish coastal ecosystems where freshwater rivers mix with seawater among mangrove forests.
Hillstream / Asian Mountain Rivers
Fast-flowing oxygen-rich river systems with smooth stones and strong current, inspired by Asian mountain streams.
Temperate Lakes / Coldwater
Cold and temperate freshwater environments suitable for hardy low-temperature fish.
Extreme Blackwater
Highly acidic tannin-rich blackwater ecosystem with dim lighting and sensitive species.
South American Fast Rivers
Fast South American rivers with strong flow and oxygen-rich waters.